The Great Indian Thar Desert

A sketch of camel in Thar desert

The Great Indian Thar Desert is a large and arid region in the north-western part of the Indian subcontinent that covers an area of 200,000 sq km (77,000 sq mi) in India and Pakistan. It is the world’s 18th-largest desert, and the world’s 9th-largest hot subtropical desert. It forms a natural boundary between India and …

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Keoladeo National Park: A Natural and Cultural Paradise

Siberian bird in Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

Keoladeo National Park, also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park or Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is a renowned avifauna sanctuary located in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for its large congregation of birds, including both migratory and resident species. The park serves as a major tourist attraction for birdwatchers, wildlife enthusiasts, …

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Chauhans of Jalore: A Rajput Dynasty of Marwar

Chauhan beauty of Jalore

Jalore was called Jabalipur because it was the penance place of sage Jabali. Jalore Fort is situated on Songiri hill. That is why it is also called Songadh, Suvarnagiri and Kanchangiri. Due to abundance of Jaal trees it was called Jalore. The Chauhans of Jalore, also known as the Chauhans of Jalore in vernacular legends, …

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Chauhans of Nadol and Temple of Ashapura Mata

Chahamanas of Naddula, Chauhans of Nadol

The Chauhans of Nadol, also known as the Chahamanas of Naddula, were a Rajput dynasty that ruled the Marwar region of Rajasthan from the 10th to the 12th century CE. They were an offshoot of the Shakambhari Chahamana dynasty, and their capital was Naddula (present-day Nadol). They expanded their kingdom through wars and alliances with …

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How an Alliance Between Maldev and Humayun Could Have Changed Indian History

Maldev and Humayun in one frame

India in the 16th century was a land of turmoil and conflict, where powerful rulers competed for supremacy and influence. Among them, two names stand out: Sher Shah Suri, the Afghan emperor who overthrew the Mughals and established the Sur dynasty, and Rao Maldev, the Rajput king of Marwar who expanded his domain through 52 …

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History of Ranthambore Fort: Chauhan Kings of Ranthambore

Tiger in ranthambore national park

Ranthambore was ruled by the Chauhan dynasty. Here’s the History of Chauhans’ in Rajasthan. This article presents the history of the Chauhans in Rajasthan, focusing on the mighty Chauhan Kings of Ranthambore. Govindraj (1194 AD) Fact Description Relation Son of Prithviraj Chauhan Achievement Established independent Chauhan state in Ranthambore in 1194 AD Notable Event Initially …

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History of Chauhans of Ajmer in Rajasthan

Sketch of Prithviraj Chauhan of Ajmer

Origin of Chauhans Popular Theories on the Origin of Chauhans There are various popular theories regarding the origin of Chauhans, each supported by historical texts, inscriptions, and scholars. The key theories include: Theory Description Sources Fire Pit Theory Chauhans, along with three other Rajput clans (Chalukya, Parmar, Pratihar), are said to have emerged from a …

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History of Bikaner: Ancient Names and Ruling Kings

History of Bikaner and More About Bikaner's Rulers, Forts, Havelis, and Culture

The ancient names of Bikaner were Jangaldesh and Ratighati. The capital of Jangaldesh was Ahichhatrapur. Rathore dynasty ruled in Bikaner. Ruling Kings in Bikaner Rao Bika of Bikaner (1465-1504 AD) Construction works at Bika’s time Rao Lunkaran (1505 – 1526 AD) Rao Jaitsi (1526-1541 AD) Rao Kalyanmal (1541 – 1574 AD) Maharaja Raisingh (1574 – …

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